St. Francis Of Assisi School vs. Sacred Heart School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
St. Francis Of Assisi School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
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Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
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Overview
At St. Francis of Assisi School, we promote the spiritual and academic growth of our students in a manner designed to uphold the charisma and spirit of St. Francis.
We honor his simple spirit, his love of brother/sisterhood, and his awareness of God's Presence in all creatures.
St. Francis of Assisi School provides for the education of the whole child by integrating religious principles into its learning curriculum.
Students grow both in their Catholic faith and beliefs, as well as academically, in a nurturing and safe environment.
At St. Francis of Assisi School, we believe that parents and families are the primary educators of their children, and we support the work of families to develop and nurture Catholic values.
As in the home, St. Francis fosters a loving, Christian atmosphere in which students can excel.
Academic excellence is a goal of St. Francis of Assisi School and is achieved by focusing on the special learning needs of each student.
Our beliefs in quality education and varied learning opportunities allow each child to develop to his or her full potential.
Sacred Heart School is a a faith-based school with excellent academic standards located in West Des Moines, Iowa.
We believe as parents, you are the primary educators of your children and that we are partners with parents in the educational process.
We strive to provide a warm, caring environment where children will be challenged to learn the essential curriculum regardless of learning rate or style.
Sacred Heart School is a great place to grow academically, spiritually, and socially.
Building on the foundation of Catholic values established in the home, Sacred Heart provides further development in spiritual growth and moral character.
We believe in educating the whole child by integrating strong curriculum and instruction and by teaching religious principles in everyday learning.
We integrate faith and values into all that we do.
Grades Offered
PK-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
Yes, selected in 2014-2020
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Year Founded
18
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Students Body
Total Students
728 students
511 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
9%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
80
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Kindergarten Students
75
56
Grade 1 Students
70
51
Grade 2 Students
77
54
Grade 3 Students
78
52
Grade 4 Students
71
59
Grade 5 Students
64
75
Grade 6 Students
70
52
Grade 7 Students
74
57
Grade 8 Students
69
55
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
33 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
60%
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Average Class Size
22
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Teacher : Student Ratio
1:18
1:15
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Khaki pants and collared shirt )
(Khaki pants and collared shirt )
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$3,927
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Tuition Notes
This is the cost for 1 child that is a member of our parish.
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% on Financial Aid
15%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,200
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
4
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